Extension

[allgoom]

Is it possible for me to build my own extension, Without getting planning permission and building control involved. I know that this may be a stupid question, but it seems to me it is my house, And i should be able to do what i like to it.

 

[taffy]

you may not need planning permission but the only people who can tell you that is the planning dept of local council. its in your own best interest to sort both out before starting any work.
Building control can give you inspection tickets which come in handy if you ever sell your house it tells buyer that the extension has been inspected and was done to building regs at that time.
p.s. the nicer you are to them the better they respond.

 

[paulandlaura]

algoom,
By ignoring the authoraties over an extension, you really are playing with the value of your home. One wingy neighbour and they could make you tear the whole thing back down again. In the meantime making your home unsaleable.

 

[allgoom]

Right cheers, looks like i will have to do it properly then
Thanks for your replies

 

[Mick Leek]

Submit your plans to the planning department, They will tell you if its required.

Building Regs will be required though, unless it is to be mainly glass and used as a conservatory.

I am just finishing an extension i built myself (and i do mean built myself) We applied for planning three times. Got knocked back twice so glad we didnt just go ahead...

always best to check

Mick